Systems and methods for machine sensing and communication

Abstract

An apparatus and method for monitoring the productivity of a portable machine are provided. The method includes receiving motion data for at least one component of the portable machine from a multi-axis accelerometer, receiving position data for the at least one component from a process parameter sensor communicatively coupled to the at least one component, and determining, based on the received motion data and the received position data that the at least one component is oriented in a predetermined position for productive operation. The method also includes determining an area of productive operation using at least one physical dimension of the at least one component and the received motion data when the at least one component is oriented in the predetermined position for productive operation and incrementing a total area counter based on the determination.

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CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority to and the benefit of the filing date of U.S. Provisional Application No. 62 / 354,343 filed on Jun. 24, 2016, which is hereby incorporated by reference.FIELD[0002]This disclosure relates generally to equipment directed to move in multiple dimensions and, more particularly, to sensors, systems, and methods for measuring such movement and reporting conformance of the movement to predetermined desired movements.BACKGROUND[0003]Known automated equipment is used to perform tasks that would otherwise be performed manually. Using such equipment can reduce the time and labor associated with the tasks thereby improving the efficiency by which the tasks are performed. Many tasks may be performed more efficiently when the equipment is handled in a predetermined manner consistently. To achieve increased efficiency, repetitive training monitoring and feedback from a qualified instructor is required. However, when the in...

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Benefits of technology

Enables remote monitoring of cleaning equipment performance and operator productivity, reducing labor costs by providing real-time feedback and optimizing maintenance schedules, ensuring peak performance and reducing downtime.

Problems solved by technology

However, when the instructor's time and effort is considered along with that of an operator handling the equipment, the efficiency improvement is less than what is possible.

However, such monitoring typically involves observation by a supervisor while the operator is actively using the vacuum cleaning system.

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